Supervisor – Railway Operations & Safety

TÜV SÜD; Thanjavur; On-site; INR 1,100,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

TÜV SÜD is seeking a qualified Supervisor for Railway Operations & Safety in Tamil Nadu, Thanjavur district. The role requires steering safety compliance, audits, and field supervision across railway projects and operations.

The ideal candidate will bring 3+ years of SSE or equivalent experience in Indian Railways, with preference for those who have worked in Operating, Engineering or Safety domains. On-site work and collaboration with multiple teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in SSE or equivalent grade in Indian Railways.
• Experience as SM/TI or equivalent in Operating Department is also acceptable.
• Preference for experience in Railway Operations, Engineering, Safety and Field Supervision.

Responsibilities

• Supervise railway operations and ensure compliance with railway safety rules, procedures, and operating standards.
• Monitor railway engineering and operational activities to ensure safe and efficient execution.
• Conduct regular inspections of railway infrastructure and operational areas.
• Identify safety hazards, operational risks, and non-compliances and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Coordinate with railway engineering, operating, maintenance, and project teams on safety and operational matters.
• Ensure compliance with approved railway procedures, instructions, and safety protocols.
• Monitor safe working practices during railway construction, maintenance, and operational activities.
• Support investigation and reporting of incidents, accidents, near misses, and safety-related observations.
• Maintain records of inspections, safety observations, incidents, and corrective actions.
• Conduct safety briefings and awareness sessions for personnel involved in railway activities.
• Coordinate with Railway Authorities and other stakeholders during inspections, audits, and operational activities.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports related to railway operations, safety, inspections, and compliance.
• Ensure immediate escalation of critical safety and operational issues to the concerned authority.

Job description

Supervisor - Railway Operations & Safety

Qualification & Experience

• Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in SSE (Senior Section Engineer) or equivalent grade and above in the Civil/Electrical Engineering Department of Indian Railways; and/or
• Candidates with experience as SM (Station Master) / TI (Traffic Inspector) or equivalent grade and above in the Operating Department of Indian Railways.
• Candidates with relevant experience in Railway Operations, Engineering, Safety, and Field Supervision will be preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise railway operations and ensure compliance with applicable railway safety rules, procedures, and operating standards.
• Monitor railway engineering and operational activities to ensure safe and efficient execution.
• Conduct regular inspections of railway infrastructure and operational areas.
• Identify safety hazards, operational risks, and non-compliances and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Coordinate with railway engineering, operating, maintenance, and project teams on safety and operational matters.
• Ensure compliance with approved railway procedures, instructions, and safety protocols.
• Monitor safe working practices during railway construction, maintenance, and operational activities.
• Support investigation and reporting of incidents, accidents, near misses, and safety-related observations.
• Maintain records of inspections, safety observations, incidents, and corrective actions.
• Conduct safety briefings and awareness sessions for personnel involved in railway activities.
• Coordinate with Railway Authorities and other stakeholders during inspections, audits, and operational activities.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports related to railway operations, safety, inspections, and compliance.
• Ensure immediate escalation of critical safety and operational issues to the concerned authority.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of Indian Railway operating and safety procedures.
• Practical knowledge of railway engineering and/or operating department activities.
• Good knowledge of railway safety practices, inspection procedures, and risk identification.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Good leadership and site supervision capabilities.
• Ability to work in field/site environments and handle operational situations effectively.
• Willingness to work at railway project locations and as per operational requirements.

Preferred Candidate Profile

Retired/Ex-Railway personnel with experience as SSE or equivalent and above (Civil/Electrical) or SM/TI or equivalent and above (Operating Department) are encouraged to apply.